Manager Plant Operations
Earle M. Jorgensen Company

Job Summary

Manager Plant Operations

Department: Operations

Reports To: General Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Company Summary

EMJ is a leading supplier of Steel and Aluminum Bar, Tubing, and Plate to manufacturing companies in North America and around the world. Our broad network of facilities, superior inventories, extensive value-added processing capabilities, and world-class technology enables EMJ to provide unsurpassed service to our customers.

Job Summary

The Manager of Plant Operations is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, safety, and operational performance of the facility. This position oversees all warehouse, shipping, delivery, inventory, maintenance, quality, and safety functions to ensure efficient operations, exceptional customer service, regulatory compliance, and achievement of company objectives. The Manager of Plant Operations develops and leads operations personnel, maintains a safe and productive work environment, ensures inventory accuracy, supports customer requirements, and drives continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

What We Offer
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable employee contribution rates.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness incentives and access to LiveHealth Online.
• Employee discount program with over 30,000 deals.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

Management Incentive Plan:
In addition to the base salary range, this position is eligible for an annual management incentive program.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Reaching, Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Job Function

Operations Leadership

• Direct and oversee all warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, delivery, maintenance, and facility operations.
  
• Establish operational priorities to ensure customer orders are processed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
  
• Monitor daily workflow, staffing levels, equipment utilization, and production requirements.
  
• Review production schedules and coordinate resources to meet customer delivery commitments.
  
• Evaluate operational performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
  
• Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Safety Leadership

• Lead the facility's safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
  
• Conduct regular safety inspections, observations, facility walkthroughs, and hazard assessments.
  
• Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
  
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
  
• Ensure employees receive required safety training and certifications.
  

Employee Leadership & Development

• Directly supervise warehouse employees, drivers, maintenance personnel, leadpersons, supervisors, assistant managers, and other operations personnel as assigned.
  
• Interview, hire, train, develop, coach, evaluate, discipline, and recommend employment actions consistent with company policies.
  
• Establish performance expectations and hold employees accountable for results.
  
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.
  

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Oversee receiving, storage, material handling, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
  
• Maintain inventory accuracy through operational controls, cycle counts, audits, and process improvements.
  
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and reconciliation activities.
  

Shipping & Transportation

• Oversee shipping, delivery, routing, and transportation activities.
  
• Ensure customer deliveries are completed safely, accurately, and on time.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT and transportation regulations.
  

Quality Management

• Ensure products and services meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
  
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
  
• Support customer audits, internal audits, and compliance reviews.
  

Maintenance & Facility Oversight

• Oversee facility maintenance and preventive maintenance programs.
  
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance activities.
  
• Support capital equipment purchases, facility upgrades, and improvement projects.
  

Administrative & Financial Responsibilities

• Review operational reports, inventory reports, quality metrics, safety metrics, maintenance reports, and productivity data.
  
• Assist with budgeting, labor planning, forecasting, and expense management.
  
• Maintain required operational records, reports, and documentation.
  

Non-Essential Job Duties

• Participate in company meetings, leadership development programs, and training initiatives.
  
• Support special projects and operational improvement initiatives.
  
• Assist other departments as necessary to support business operations.
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Associate's degree preferred.
  
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  
• Five (5) or more years of progressive operations, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or logistics leadership experience preferred.
  
• Prior supervisory or management experience required.
  
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics, quality systems, and safety programs.
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  

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